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Topic Review (Newest First)

10-08-2012 09:07 AM

frednumber15

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Originally Posted by all4focus

It can be even easier than that! I gained one or two mpg just from removing the snorkel and resonator from the stock intake. Sounds better and is a bit more peppy too.

I had that setup for awhile and didn't see a gain...definite gain from installing the cone filter though.

10-07-2012 09:13 AM

all4focus

It can be even easier than that! I gained one or two mpg just from removing the snorkel and resonator from the stock intake. Sounds better and is a bit more peppy too.

10-07-2012 03:40 AM

frednumber15

For someone with a dally driver who just wants a couple of extra mpg this mod is a no-brainer. Buy the filter (pref with the radiused inside area...bellmouth)...remove the top of the airbox...install the filter. You're done.

I've had one of the cheaper brands...probably Spectra on two cars and I use a K&N cleaner/oiler kit...and it's still in good condition.

If you run "fast and furious"...buy the expensive stuff...and have it anodized?

10-06-2012 09:02 PM

bumble21

Honestly DO NOT PUT a spectre filter in. I just switched back to the OEM box with a snorkel and it sounds better (spectre sounds like rice) and performance wise I get better gas mileage. K and n filter as well

10-06-2012 11:02 AM

FLYLOW

if your going to do this atleast do it right... spend the damn $40 and get a K&N or aem dryflow... why go with a cheap spectre or autozone one? and NO!!!!!!!, a filter is not a filter. Materials, designs, gains, end results and warranties are very different

10-06-2012 02:10 AM

frednumber15

I got a 5% (2 mpg) gain from installing a similar cone filter in the same place....but you'd want one with a bellmouth molded inside....